Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man (2020)

Name: Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2020
Duration: 105 min
Rating: 5.0
Cast: Chuck Leavell, Rose Lane White, Mick Jagger, Eric Clapton, Keith Richards

1h 45m United Kingdom, United States of America

Documentary

Plot

Chuck Leavell: The Tree Man chronicles the life of an iconic rock pianist and keyboardist over an extensive three-year filming process across four countries. Directed by Allen Farst, this documentary features over 80 interviews with artists boasting 58 Grammy Awards among them. While celebrated for his musical prowess, Leavell also stands out as a passionate advocate for environmental forestry, earning the title of National Tree Farmer of the Year in the U.S. His dedication to nature and family emphasizes the importance of kindness and community, encapsulated in his philosophy: “If you cut a tree down, plant two for the next guy.”

Cast

Chuck Leavell Rose Lane White Mick Jagger Eric Clapton Keith Richards Jimmy Carter Billy Bob Thornton Pat Monahan Eric Church Julian Lennon Charlie Daniels David Letterman Dickey Betts David Gilmour Ronnie Wood